Two independent random variables X and Y have corresponding probability generating functions: G x (t) = e
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Two independent random variables X and Y have corresponding probability generating functions:
Gx(t) = e3(t – 1)
and
Gy(t) = et(t – 1)
It is given that A = Y - X.
a. A student made the following attempt to find GA(t):
Step I: Gx+y(t) = Gx(t) × Gy(t)
Step 2: Therefore Gy-x(t) = Gy(t) ÷ Gx(t)
Step 3: Gy-x(t) = e5(t – 1) ÷ e3(t – 1)
Step 4: Gy-x(t) = e2(t-1)
Which step contains the error in the student's working?
b. Find the correct probability generating function of A, GA(t).
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Cambridge International AS & A Level Further Mathematics Coursebook
ISBN: 9781108403375
1st Edition
Authors: Lee Mckelvey, Martin Crozier
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